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google-adsError: Malicious Software

Fix 'Malicious Software' Disapproval

Ads are disapproved due to detection of malware or unwanted software on your landing page.

Impact Assessment

Ads stop running immediately. Repeated violations can lead to account suspension.

Why This Happened

Google's bots found suspicious code, compromised plugins, or links to http (non-secure) pages on your site. Often caused by hacked WordPress plugins.

Prevention

Keep CMS and plugins updated. Use a Web Application Firewall (WAF).

How to Fix This Issue

1

**Scan your website**: Use Google Search Console (Security Issues report) or a tool like Sucuri to identify infected files.

2

**Remove compromised plugins**: Disable and delete any recent or nulled plugins.

3

**Check external scripts**: Ensure all 3rd-party JS libraries are from trusted sources.

4

**Clean the code**: Remove any obfuscated code (eval, base64) from your header/footer.

5

**Request Review**: Once clean, go to Policy Manager and appeal the decision.

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